Synonyms for
Volunteer
Definition
A person who does something willingly without being paid or forced to do it.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- volunteer work
- volunteer for
- volunteer firefighter
- volunteer organization
- volunteer service
- volunteer group
- volunteer opportunities
Word family
Usage note
While 'volunteer' can be used as a noun or verb, it's important to distinguish it from 'voluntary', which is an adjective. For example, 'He is a volunteer firefighter' (noun) vs. 'His actions were voluntary' (adjective).
Example sentences
- I am a volunteer at the library.
- She likes to volunteer at the soup kitchen.
- He is a volunteer firefighter.
- Our school needs more volunteers for the field trip.
- My mom volunteers at the hospital every Saturday.
Quotes
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi
The greatest gift you can give someone is your time because when you give your time, you are giving a portion of your life that you will never get back. - Unknown
Volunteers are the only human beings on the face of the earth who reflect this nation's compassion, unselfish caring, patience, and just plain loving one another. - Erma Bombeck